Number (sold)
Material Wool
Style Prayer Rug
Type Anatolian
Origin Anatolian
Size 187 x 133
Age 18th Century
This double niched Ottoman rug from the ancient weaving city of Ghiordes (Gördes) is known as Kiz meaning dowry rug. It would have been woven in anticipation of a young bride's 👰♀️wedding day and move to her new bridal home. The fact that this example has rare cochineal insect dye fro the red indicates the social status and financial means of its original owner (or weaver) was substantially high. Collector grade.
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